Turnaround Static Engineer

We at Yara are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world's key challenges - resource scarcity, food insecurity and environmental change.
About Yara PilbaraThe Yara Pilbara Fertilisers' plant is one of the largest ammonia production sites in the world and we have also taken the ammonia process further downstream with the Yara Pilbara Nitrates Technical Ammonium Nitrate (TAN) plant, a joint venture with Orica.
Together with ENGIE, Yara Pilbara will also build a renewable hydrogen plant to produce renewable ammonia.
We are always looking for ambitious and curious-minded colleagues who are keen to make a difference.
This role is available as either Karratha-based or Perth-based.
Karratha is a coastal city in Western Australia and is a key community in the region with a resource focus and a relaxed, friendly lifestyle.
All Karratha-based roles offered are on a residential basis, with complimentary housing, relocation assistance, location allowance, and other regional benefits.
Alternatively, this role has the option to be based in Yara's Perth office, located on Adelaide Terrace in the CBD.
ResponsibilitiesYara is seeking applications for their permanent full-time role of Turnaround Static Engineer.
Reporting to the Turnaround Manager, the Turnaround Static Engineer is responsible for supporting the turnaround team, working across our Ammonia, Nitric Acid and Ammonium Nitrate production plants to achieve a successful end-to-end turnaround.
This will be achieved through planning, scheduling, and execution, to realise turnaround objectives and goals.
This position has ownership and accountability for engineering, planning and scheduling, execution and closeout of works associated with all static equipment.
The Static Engineer will:
Develop turnaround goals and objectives across both sites to meet performance targets.Establish and maintain long-range plans for static equipment across Yara Pilbara plants, including future reliability strategies.Define and finalise static equipment turnaround scopes in collaboration with the Maintenance and Operations teams, ensuring scope freeze by critical milestones.Align turnaround scope development with maintenance processes and collaborate closely with Inspection and Operations teams to achieve plant reliability objectives.Optimise preventive maintenance plans and tasks for turnaround scopes and opportunity works.Conduct "what if" scenarios to identify high-risk discoveries and implement mitigating actions.Lead technical reviews for plant modifications as per Yara's Management of Change (MOC) process and applicable codes.Develop and review method statements for major turnaround activities, including constructability reviews and risk assessments.Review and approve contractor documentation (fabrication drawings, engineering calculations, QA/QC plans, piping isometrics, ITPs, and safety plans).Ensure compliance with Yara HSE procedures, quality standards, and contractual requirements during turnaround planning and execution.Participate in HAZOP and SIMOPS reviews, providing technical expertise during real-time troubleshooting.Review and optimise spare part strategies to ensure availability of critical parts and materials for turnarounds.Identify and implement repair strategies for turnaround spare parts, ensuring alignment with project goals and schedules.Assist in the development and finalisation of contracting strategies for major turnaround scopes.Develop and review bid packages for significant contracts and assess contractor deliverables against agreed scope and milestones.Verify contractor achievements and invoices, ensuring alignment with contractual agreements and project goals.Manage project responsibilities for assigned capital projects related to turnaround activities.Develop and present management reports and turnaround updates to stakeholders.Complete post-turnaround technical reports.Drive continuous improvements in engineering standards, specifications, and seek opportunities for cost optimisation.Evaluate failure mechanisms and recommend or implement repair strategies in coordination with internal and external experts.Resolve technical or techno-commercial issues proactively with relevant stakeholders.Coordinate with Inspections, TPO, and Operations teams to implement solutions.Engage with external organisations (e.g., professional associations, suppliers, licensors, contractors, and regulators).Profile• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Full Professional Membership of the Institute of Engineers Australia (MIEAust)
• Minimum 10 years of experience in a similar industry (Petrochemical, Gas Processing or Oil Refining), with at least 5 years in a mechanical engineering role, including turnaround experience.
• Understanding of engineering and statutory requirements for processing and/or chemical plants.
• Knowledge of Australian and International Standards as applicable to static equipment design and maintenance.
• Experience and training in condition monitoring techniques of static equipment.
• Knowledge of risk-based inspection, degradation mechanisms, and corrosion loops.
• Experience managing contractors and contracts, handling end-to-end turnarounds, job prioritisation, and engineering, project, and shutdown management.
• Thorough understanding of maintenance planning and scheduling, budgeting, and cost control.
• Strong report writing skills.
• Systematic work approach.
• Strong SAP skills (distinct advantage).
• Intermediate/Advanced MS Office skills.
• Fluent verbal and written English is essential.
• Australian/New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency.
Temporary work visa holders are not eligible for this role.
Additional InformationYara celebrates diversity in all operations, practices, and engagement.
We encourage people from all walks of life, experience, skills, genders and orientations, races, and backgrounds to apply for opportunities within our growing business.
Our values have diversity, equity and inclusion as a foundation, and everyone is part of our success.
What's On Offer• Industry-leading 6 months paid primary parental leave.
• Flexible work arrangements (as well as optional RDO roster (including 16 accrued Rostered Days Off per calendar year)).
• 5 weeks of paid annual leave.
• $1,000 annual Health and Wellness allowance.
• Annual bonus program with a target of one month's base salary.
• Salary packaging available.
• Wellness programs.
• Culturally diverse workforce with a DEI Ambassador program.
• Active Social Club.

Additional benefits available for a Karratha-based role:
• Complimentary Karratha housing for duration of employment.
• $35,000 per annum regional location allowance.
• $3,000 p.a.
electricity/water utility reimbursement.
• Flights for yourself and dependents, twice per year, after initial service period.
• Relocation assistance.
Apply no later thanFebruary 5th, 2025
Knowledge grows through differences
Yara is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We believe that creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is not only the right thing, but also the smart thing to do.
As part of our recruitment process, where permitted by local law, we may conduct reference and background checks.
These checks will only be performed when deemed necessary for the nature of the job.
Candidates will be informed by HR before any background checks are initiated.
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